Ben Vereen starred in Broadway's Jesus Christ Superstar, Sweet Charity and Pippin before appearing in the epic 1977 mini series Roots. Vereen won a Tony Award in 1972 for his performance in Pippin.

Vereen's legendary performances transcend time and are woven into the fabric of this country’s artistic legacy. His performances on stage, screen and television continue to inspire and influence artists of all ages. Vereen's artistic quality has always been fueled by a passion to channel the arts for a better world.

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